1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 would be higher. At 3,499 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (112 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 weights approximately 148 kg more than 1996 GAZ 3110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 GAZ 3110. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 | |
| Make | GAZ | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 3110 | 350 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 3499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
